paulfr Posted June 5, 2005 Share Posted June 5, 2005 (edited) I have heard all warnings about cars beign stolen, especially new ones. So other than the obvious, what can I do to reduce/eliminate the possiblity of having my new car stolen ? Do not put on the red plates ? Install a security alarm system ? Get a physical steering wheel lock (pain in the neck to put it on and off all the time) Any suggestions or warnings that would be helpful are appeciated. Yes I will have the dealer paid car insurance, but I suspect that if my car is stolen, it will take quite a while before they replace it. Do not know if they pay for the cost of a rental while waiting. Edited June 5, 2005 by paulfr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted June 5, 2005 Share Posted June 5, 2005 Everyone I know use a gear shift lock for security. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonman Posted June 5, 2005 Share Posted June 5, 2005 Dealer installed alarm system when I bought my new Toyota. Includes immobilser. Presume some thai expert would be able to nick it but I can't even wire it without the fob. Company will pay 100000 baht extra if it's nicked! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frequentatore Posted June 5, 2005 Share Posted June 5, 2005 Get a physical steering wheel lock (pain in the neck to put it on and off all the time)Useless! It takes less than a minute to remove it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ajarn Posted June 5, 2005 Share Posted June 5, 2005 Dealer installed alarm system when I bought my new Toyota. Includes immobilser. Presume some thai expert would be able to nick it but I can't even wire it without the fob. Company will pay 100000 baht extra if it's nicked! <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Ditto here. Mine also has a wireless transmitter that makes my keychain go off with a loud alarm if anything is messed with. Even worked when I parked in one of those multi-level parking structures and I was in another building down the street. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COBBER Posted June 5, 2005 Share Posted June 5, 2005 Everyone I know use a gear shift lock for security. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> This is a good method. Very handy in parking lots where you have to leave your car in neutral so they can push it around to get cars in and out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corkscrew Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 Everyone I know use a gear shift lock for security. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> This is a good method. Very handy in parking lots where you have to leave your car in neutral so they can push it around to get cars in and out. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I have never seen one of these. How do they work? Does one size fit all? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 Everyone I know use a gear shift lock for security. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> This is a good method. Very handy in parking lots where you have to leave your car in neutral so they can push it around to get cars in and out. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I have never seen one of these. How do they work? Does one size fit all? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> This site has several examples: http://www.sobo-lock.com.tw/mech-1.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corkscrew Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 Everyone I know use a gear shift lock for security. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> This is a good method. Very handy in parking lots where you have to leave your car in neutral so they can push it around to get cars in and out. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I have never seen one of these. How do they work? Does one size fit all? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> This site has several examples: http://www.sobo-lock.com.tw/mech-1.htm <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thank you for the site. These gear locks appear to require some drilling that probably requires a professional mechanic for installation. My car is a new Mercedes S class and I wonder if the factory built-in 'security' (infra red ignition key) is enough. I also use a steering wheel lock. I don't want to reach the point where I am so paranoid that I take the wheels off the car every time I park it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terdsak_12 Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 If you've got an S Class don't be monkeying around intalling one of them, gearlocks, OK for a pick-up. your car should have a top notch security system anyway!!! Car theft is not a problem here compared to most western nations, never had a problem myself, or met anyone who has. i'm sure the TV "Experts" will say otherwise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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